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Black Brook — Streams 18.8 Miles NNW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS B Pond Quadrangle · GNIS 562400
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS B Pond quadrangle, the stream known as Black Brook sits 18.8 miles north-northwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Black Brook as a stream on the B Pond topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 562400. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Black Brook sits at 44.64172° N, 70.97758° W (DMS 44°38′30″ N, 70°58′39″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.61395° N, 70.99396° W (DMS 44°36′50″ N, 70°59′38″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 296 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Black Brook itself. The ones closest to Black Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitecap Brook | B Pond | 1.1 mi |
| Cedar Brook | B Pond | 1.1 mi |
| Lou Ann Brook | B Pond | 4 mi |
| Campbell Brook | B Pond | 5.1 mi |
| Dead Cambridge River | Umbagog Lake South | 5.3 mi |
| Swift Cambridge River | B Pond | 5.4 mi |
| Greenwood Brook | B Pond | 6 mi |
| Frye Brook | Andover | 6 mi |
| Morse Brook | Old Speck Mountain | 6 mi |
| Paine Brook | Old Speck Mountain | 6.2 mi |
Features on the USGS B Pond Quadrangle
The B Pond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 20 catalogued natural features alongside Black Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Whitecap Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Cedar Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Deer Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| East B Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Dunn Notch | Gaps | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Surplus Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Rabbit Knoll | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.8 mi |
| Lou Ann Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 4 mi |
| Dunn Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 4.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NNW out of Bethel for 18.8 miles (north-northwest) and you reach Black Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 32 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.642°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 18.8 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Black Brook track the nearby North Pond lake (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Black Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Whitecap Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Cedar Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hemenway Ridge | Ridges | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Deer Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Black Brook located?
Black Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 18.8 miles north-northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS B Pond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Black Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 32 minutes, 18.8 miles north-northwest (bearing NNW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Black Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Black Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 562400 on the B Pond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Black Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 295 other streams in Oxford County, Maine.